Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Metal "C" Clamp Photo Stand

I found these metal "C" clamps at a thrift store recently and bought all seven ($1.00 apiece) with no real plan in mind. (That's probably why my basement and garage look like what they do......I seem to buy a lot of things with no real plan in mind!)

But after looking at them for awhile, I saw these two matching red clamps,

as a photo stand for a wonderful old photo of my grandfather and his 1922 basketball team (my grandfather is sitting on the far right).

This project definitely falls into the super easy category.

The clamps are simply screwed into the photo display, which in this case, is a cover-less book with the photo printed on the front page (tutorial for book can be found here).

Great idea Jane! I've been collecting these for a while, I've only just clamped them to shelves for decorations... a photo frame? Who knew?! Great idea!Of all the blogs I've run across...you continue to inspire me :)Susan

When ever I see that you have a new post, I know I'm in for a real treat. I always save yours for when I know I have time, so I can savor reading about your ideas. Plus, some of the comments are pretty entertaining, too.

I would of never have guessed in a million years what to do with clamps. I guess I stay out of my Hubby's workshop. Do you stay up all night thinking of these great ideas. I get inspiration in the shower! Ha, Ha. Rubber ducky you're the one!! Thanks for stopping by and leaving such sweet comments Friend :)xxx Liz

About Me

I'm Jane and I'm a junker. In my spare time you will find me shopping for treasures at local flea markets, thrift stores and antique malls or repurposing said treasures into new pieces that I use in my home or give as gifts to family and friends. Somehow the shopping part has overtaken the creating part but I typically have on hand what I need when inspiration hits. I enjoy sharing my projects on my blog and appreciate you stopping by for a visit.